Equally as important as celebrating romantic love in our lives is taking a day to celebrate all of our great friendships. Introducing – Galentine’s Day, the perfect excuse to get together with your best gals and celebrate each other.

Whether your crew loves to go out on the town, or stay in for a cozy night at home, there’s no wrong way to celebrate. Here’s your guide on how to make this year’s festivities the best one yet.

Going Out

With all of the great bar and restaurant options in Bucks, it couldn't be easier to plan the perfect night out with your girlfriends. Here are some ideas of where to get started.

Dinner – Genevieve's Kitchen, Doylestown

This 2022 Bucks Happening winner is known not only for its cozy atmosphere but also for its delicious “farm-to-kitchen” cuisine that emphasizes locally grown and organic products. Their New American menu features many Italian-inspired dishes while also being one of the best BYOBs in the area. Located in downtown Doylestown, you and your crew will be right in the center of all the action. Reservations are encouraged especially on the weekends.

Drinks – The Cage Cocktail Bar, Warrington

If bars were given report cards, this one would get an A for atmosphere. With greenery and tasteful neon lights lining the walls, The Cage Cocktail Bar will be the perfect backdrop for all your Galentine's Day IG posts. Another 2022 Bucks Happening winner, The Cage offers inventive cocktails like the Gold Cup Martini, The Espresso Maestro Martini, and the tiki-style Hat Trick. And if your group is more into day drinking, The Cage is now offering a Mimosa Tower during their brunch hours.

Activity – Sip + Salt, The Salt Cave, Newtown

For a uniquely holistic and adventurous outing with your girls, try the Sip + Salt experience at The Salt Cave in Newtown. You and up to seven of your friends will be treated to a 45-minute pre-party with BYO drinks and light snacks. Afterward, you will all get to experience a private 45-minute salt therapy session. Drinks and relaxation? It can't get better than that.

Staying In

Sometimes there's no place better to be than at home with all of your best friends. Here are some ideas for a cozy, comfortable Galentine's Day experience at home that will be anything but ordinary.

Food – Altomonte's, Warminster/Doylestown

If you've been living in Bucks for even just a short amount of time, odds are you've heard of Altomonte's, and for good reason. This Italian market features a bakery, a deli, a butcher, and some amazing imported products. But for Galentine's day, check out their incredible catering menu with mouthwatering pasta and vegetable dishes, incredible desserts, and cheese and charcuterie trays that are (almost) too beautiful to eat.

Drinks – Bishop Estate Vineyard, Perkasie

Nothing keeps the fun flowing at a girls' night in like lots of wine options, and 2022 Bucks Happening winner Bishop Estate Vineyard is the place to stock up on all your drink needs. Pop by their store in Perkasie to get your hands on one of their best-sellers like their Dark Bishop Cabernet Sauvignon or try one of their more unique options like the Bee Sting; a honey wine with notes of jalapenos, orange, and raisin. There's bound to be something for all of your gals at their store.

Activity – DIY @Home Kits, Board and Brush, Newtown/Doylestown

Just because you're having your Galentine's Day at home doesn't mean you can't get crafty. Board and Brush in Newtown and Doylestown offer adorable DIY @ Home Kits that will allow you and your friends to create some unique art all from the comfort of your own home. Their at-home kits feature festive Valentine's Day options as well as pieces that will work any time of year. You can check out their full gallery online and purchase your kit of choice at either of their studios. Once you make your own piece of art you'll see why Board and Brush are 2022 Bucks Happening winners!

Need some more inspiration? Check out all of the 2022 Bucks Happening winners to help you plan your perfect Galentine's Day! Voting is also now open for the 2023 Happening List!